“I don’t want a stampede in court”: CJI DY Chandrachud welcomes Aamir Khan to Supreme Court:- Chief Justice DY Chandrachud welcomed actor Aamir Khan to the Supreme Court with a light-hearted comment, “I don’t want a stampede in court.” This remark highlighted the high-profile nature of Khan’s visit, emphasizing the court’s openness to influential figures while maintaining decorum.
Supreme Court rejects plea by Maharashtra private schools to restore their exemption from RTE Act quota:- The Supreme Court has denied the plea by Maharashtra’s private schools to reinstate their exemption from the Right to Education (RTE) Act quota. The court upheld the provisions under Section 12(1)(c) of the RTE Act, mandating private schools to reserve 25% seats for economically disadvantaged students.
Which court has jurisdiction to extend deadline to complete arbitration? Bombay High Court answers:- The Bombay High Court has clarified that only the court where the arbitration is conducted holds jurisdiction to extend the deadline for completing arbitration. This decision emphasizes that extensions cannot be granted by any other court, reinforcing the specific jurisdictional authority over arbitration proceedings.
Don’t book each and every person spreading fake news unless law and order threatened: Madras High Court:- The Madras High Court advised against booking every individual spreading fake news, unless it poses a significant threat to law and order. This guidance aligns with the principles under Section 66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000, emphasizing proportionality and intent in addressing misinformation
.Paris Olympics 2024: CAS-appointed sole arbitrator to decide Vinesh Phogat appeal for silver medal:- For the Paris Olympics 2024, a CAS-appointed sole arbitrator will review Vinesh Phogat’s appeal seeking a silver medal. This process will determine if Phogat’s request, regarding her performance or any related dispute, meets the criteria for a medal reassessment.
Supreme Court refuses to quash corruption case against former Assam DIG Rounak Ali Hazarika:- The Supreme Court has declined to quash the corruption case against former Assam DIG Rounak Ali Hazarika. The court’s decision upholds the ongoing legal proceedings, ensuring that the allegations of corruption are thoroughly investigated and adjudicated according to the law.
Supreme Court slams Mumbai college for hijab ban, stays dress code diktat:- The Supreme Court criticized a Mumbai college for its hijab ban and stayed the dress code directive. The court’s intervention highlights concerns over discriminatory policies, emphasizing the need to respect personal religious attire within educational institutions while reviewing the legality of the imposed dress code.
Wayanad landslide: Kerala High Court junks PIL alleging relief fund collection on political, religious lines:- The Kerala High Court dismissed a PIL accusing that the Wayanad landslide relief fund collection was conducted along political and religious lines. The court found insufficient evidence of such discriminatory practices, allowing the relief efforts to proceed without interference.
Light of constitutional liberties not reaching those behind dark walls of prisons: Allahabad High Court:- The Allahabad High Court stated that constitutional liberties often fail to reach inmates behind prison walls, emphasizing the need for better protection of fundamental rights within the correctional system. The court highlighted the disparity between constitutional ideals and the reality faced by prisoners.
Madras High Court sets aside detention of YouTuber Savukku Shankar under Tamil Nadu Goondas Act:- The Madras High Court has overturned the detention of YouTuber Savukku Shankar under the Tamil Nadu Goondas Act. The court ruled that the detention was not justified, emphasizing that the legal grounds for his detention did not meet the required criteria under the Act.
